Meaning of the word reflectors in English

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reflectors

US /rɪˈflɛk.tərz/
UK /rɪˈflɛk.təz/

Plural Noun

1.

devices for reflecting light, especially ones fixed to the rear of a bicycle or vehicle and to clothing, to warn other road users of the presence of the vehicle or person

Example:
Bicycles must have front and rear reflectors for night riding.
Wearing clothing with reflectors can increase your visibility to drivers.
2.

telescopes or other optical instruments that use mirrors to form images

Example:
Astronomers use powerful reflectors to observe distant galaxies.
The observatory houses several large reflectors.
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